Automation Project Engineer

Apex Companies is a leader in innovative automation solutions for the material handling industry. They are seeking an Automation Project Engineer to plan, manage, and implement automated material handling projects that enhance client warehousing and distribution performance.

Responsibilities:

• Support sales efforts by assisting with quoting and technical evaluation of potential automation projects
• Plan, manage, and implement automated material handling equipment (MHE) projects from initiation through completion
• Develop and maintain project deliverables, including:
• Project schedules using standard templates customized for each project
• Mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings
• Installation, commissioning, testing, training, and go-live documentation
• Gather required information for purchase order creation and vendor coordination
• Lead pre-installation walkthroughs, define project expectations, and conduct Q&A sessions with vendors and clients
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, issues, and resources throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare and communicate weekly project status updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Manage and execute change orders, including documentation and approval processes
• Provide on-site inspection and supervision, as required, to ensure installations meet design specifications and drawings
• Coordinate and oversee vendor and subcontractor activities
• Lead commissioning efforts and system acceptance testing
• Coordinate development and delivery of client training (operations, maintenance, and safety)
• Maintain strong client relationships and act as a key point of contact throughout project execution
• Organize and maintain electronic project documentation on shared drives

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Logistics, or a related field
• 2-3 years of experience serving as engineer in an automated MHE environment
• Ability and willingness to travel as required; travel level varies based on project complexity and risk
• Understanding of material handling equipment (MHE) projects, including flow analysis and controls concepts
• Proficiency in creating and managing AutoCAD drawings within Autodesk Vault
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Familiarity with implementation of material handling and automation technologies
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience serving as both a project manager and engineer in an automated MHE environment
• Experience with WMS, WCS, and/or WES systems
• Layout and design experience for distribution centers, warehouses, or manufacturing facilities
• Experience with systems configuration, commissioning, and testing
• Experience training end users on new equipment and systems
• Experience preparing specifications for MHE and automation systems